Meaning
to display, exhibit, expose, explain
- to display, exhibit
- to explain, present
- to expose
In a sentence
Puoi esporre il tuo problema con calma?
Can you explain your problem calmly?
Abbiamo esposto i quadri nel corridoio.
We displayed the paintings in the hallway.
Non esporre il telefono al sole diretto.
Don't expose the phone to direct sunlight.
Word forms (1)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| esposto | past · participle |
Usage notes
- Use esporre for formal presenting or displaying; mostrare is broader and more everyday.
- For explaining ideas, esporre sounds structured and formal; spiegare is the usual choice in conversation.
- Past participle is esposto. With avere: ho esposto il problema; with reflexive esporsi, use essere: si è esposto troppo.